The Latest Breaking News from Tokyo

Wages are rising in Japan more than they have in decades, at least for some workers

Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo -- The Making of Harry Potter, a theme park based on the Harry Potter film series, opened Friday in Nerima Ward, Tokyo.

In the last few years, mixologists and bartenders have discovered the versatility of feni and added it to their bar menus. Recently, at Tokyo’s award-winning Bar Benfiddich, mixologist Karl Fernandes conducted a feni masterclass, introducing the liquor to the Japanese bar industry. Now, we meet the people giving feni a…

TOKYO: Japan's age of consent was raised from 13, among the world's lowest, to 16 years old on Friday as lawmakers passed key reforms to sex crime legislation.

Shares have pushed higher in Asia after a broad-based rally on Wall Street

TOKYO: Nissan top executive Ashwani Gupta is leaving the company, the Japanese automaker said Friday, in a surprise departure that will revive concerns about the stability of the firm's leadership.

A white water lily brightens up a pond in the Koishikawa Korakuen Gardens in Bunkyo Ward, Tokyo. According to park officials, water lilies are best seen until August and they recommend visiting during the morning since the flowers close in the afternoon. A 33-year-old homemaker who lives in the ward…

Exclusive interview: The Tokyo 2020 bronze medalist reflects on his experience at the Games, and looks ahead to his biggest pro test yet – against Mariusz Wach this week

Koji Yakusho, who won the award for best actor at the 76th Cannes Film Festival for his role in the film "Perfect Days," spoke to reporters of his delight in Tokyo on Tuesday.

Dan Dark was recognised for his services to the UK film industry.

President Joe Biden is dispatching White House national security adviser Jake Sullivan to Tokyo this week for talks with his counterparts from Japan, Philippines and South Korea